We are Pleasanton: Extraordinary!

Welcome to Pleasanton, California – a unique destination set in the Tri-Valley area of Northern California. In Pleasanton you are surrounded by green hills, open space and neighborhood parks — creating a perfect place for families and visitors to experience an extraordinary day.

Throughout our community, you can enjoy performing arts, great dining, and a plethora of shops for every taste. Whether enjoying our charming downtown or heading to the regional shopping mall, everything is just a short drive, walk, or bike ride away.

We are Pleasanton, and we take pride in everyday life in a superlative way. You are sure to find excitement, entertainment, and a place that is more than pleasant, and far beyond the ordinary.

It's 2019 and January is California Restaurant Month. Visit California's annual month-long campaign aims to bring foodies to culinary destinations up and down the coast and throughout the state. Northern California restaurants continue to master the farm-to-table cuisine, including many new, local restaurants in Pleasanton. From well-established, white tablecloth dining spots to more casual cafes, Pleasanton has numerous offerings. With the opening of Pacific Pearl on the east end of Pleasanton, diners have several options to delight their Asian taste buds. Downtown Pleasanton continues to entice locals with Burmese dishes to Tex-Mex and some of the best burgers in town. Discover a new delicacy, or revisit an old favorite... there's a dining destination sure to please your palate!
Opened in 2018, come by these new, local dining treasures in Pleasanton:

As we near the holidays, shopping for gifts is on the top of our lists. Pleasanton Downtown Association is featuring "12 Days of Downtown Deals" with numerous merchants offering specials and discounts beginning on December 10 through December 21. Look for these two local businesses that are dedicated to bringing you personable customer service and unique products. Shop small and support our small businesses in Pleasanton!
KJ Couture has been in Pleasanton for three years and started the company off Instagram in 2013. Their Pleasanton location is perfect in downtown and they love the atmosphere and sense of community by being a business on Main Street. Come check out their specialty item of Shapewear! They are located at 706 Main Street.
The Gourmet Works is no stranger to downtown Pleasanton. This family-owned and operated business has been in downtown for 20 years! They are located at 420 Main Street and love being in the heart of Pleasanton's downtown district. All of their chocolates are handmade on the premises... come in on December 15 for $5 off any purchase over $25! You're sure to find a holiday gift in Downtown Pleasanton! ... [ Read More ]

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Pleasanton is located in Northern California, 40 miles southeast of San Francisco in the beautiful Tri-Valley. Home to over 77,000 residents, Pleasanton’s highly educated population and workforce reflects a community of top-ranked schools and a thriving business community of more than 4,000 companies. The city has more than 1,200 acres of surrounding parks, open space and trails with spectacular vistas and abundant recreational opportunities. Historic Downtown Pleasanton offers a mix of unique shops, services and restaurants. Money Magazine lists Pleasanton as one of the “50 Best Cities to Live” in 2014 and ranked #9 Top Earning Towns in the Nation.